wristwatch

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The Timex Ironman is a digital wristwatch popularized in the 1980s.

From Slate • Jan. 25, 2026

A Patek Philippe timepiece that in 2016 became the most expensive wristwatch ever sold at auction fetched an even higher price this weekend, auctioneers Phillips said Sunday.

From Barron's • Nov. 9, 2025

“Wild Animal,” translated from the French by Robert Bononno, ticks with the precision of a well-crafted wristwatch.

From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 24, 2025

The remains were found in January by a Polish Antarctic expedition, alongside a wristwatch, a radio, and a pipe.

From BBC • Aug. 11, 2025

Barack hung his suit jacket on the back of his chair and took off his wristwatch, laying it on the table in front of him to keep an eye on the time.

From "Becoming" by Michelle Obama